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John Conlee Honored
By Georgia
Sheriffs’ Association |
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Georgia Sheriffs’ Association presented
Grand Ole Opry star John Conlee with a plaque for
supporting law enforcement at the country
hitmaker’s live show in Putnam County, Ga.
The award was presented to commemorate
Conlee’s dedication to the "men and
women in the state of Georgia who walk behind the
star."
Conlee first caught the attention of Putnam
County Georgia Sheriff Howard Sills while
listening to the legendary Grand Ole Opry on 650
AM WSM. When the country legend took the stage,
he performed his song, “Walkin’ Behind
the Star,” from his latest album Classics 2.
The track pays tribute to law enforcement with
standout lines like, “So God bless all of
the women and men sworn to uphold the law, and
thank them for the fallen ones, the ones that
gave it all.”
Sheriff Sills presented the plaque to Conlee
in-person as the “Common Man” singer
returned to Georgia for two shows. Upon first
hearing the song, Sills stated, "I cannont
adequately express my thanks to you, the Opry,
WSM, and all those who were responsible for the
recognition during the program and of course the
song itself."
The award was presented to the chart topper just
one day before Peace Officers Memorial Day and
National Police Week. Over the years, the
chart-topper has raised money for various
charities including the Intrepid Fallen Heroes
Fund, Fisher House, Show of Support and Special
Operations Warrior Foundation.
"It is up to we the people to support those
who walk the thin line between peace and anarchy
and let them know we have their backs," said
John Conlee.
The plaque reads:
Presented to John Conlee: In recognition of your
extraordinary talent and with sincere gratitude
of your support to the men and women of the state
of Georgia who walk behind the star |
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| As
Conlee approaches the 40th anniversary of his
debut hit “Rose Colored Glasses,” the
ACM award winner shows no signs of slowing down
any time soon. Fans will have the chance to catch
the hit maker on tour this summer, where he will
perform all of his hits, along with new songs
like “Walkin’ Behind the Star.” |
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